Why the Recent Measles Outbreak is a Big Deal
One morning in mid-April, I went through the usual chaotic marathon of getting myself and my two-year old twins ready before heading into work. I work with the immunization program...
I’m Going to Spoil You, Little One
by Cari Dugan
When I became a mom for the first time 12 years ago, I was the first of my friends and family who lived near us. I really didn’t know what...
Confessions of a Former Victoria’s Secret Employee
by Leah Pihlaja
Confessions of a former Victoria’s Secret employee: PINK is not life… It’s black – black is life. Black is our favorite color and 50 shades of black make our wardrobe....
I’m Sorry for All the Ways I’ve Failed as a Mom
by Daci Platt
I’m sorry for all of my failings as a mother. Here they are in no particular order: I’m sorry for dressing you in an outfit your dad said looked like...
An Epic DIY Slip ‘n Slide
by Erin Statz
When we bought our home four years ago, we fell in love with our backyard. It was quite large, so our boys would have an awesome place to play and...
2017 Summer Book List for Moms
I walked up to the hold shelf, my eyes scrolled the books, looking for my last name among the paper tags in the books and I said a super loud,...
The Perks of Outdoor Play
Many of us fondly recall the joy of endless hours of outdoor play each summer, but did you know that during these carefree times you were also nurturing skills essential...
Dear Diary (Journaling in My 30’s)
“Dear Diary, I love my new Starter jacket. And my friends. I love school, reading, my new Lip Smacker roll-on lip gloss, and Saved By The Bell – I totally...
All I Really Need to Know I Learned in ECFE
As my oldest is on the brink of kindergarten, I can’t help but reflect on these past five years of her early childhood education, while looking forward to the future...
Growing in Emotional Maturity
by Laura Senske
I spend my days with a 2.5 year old toddler… which is another way of saying that I spend my days dealing with a LOT of emotion. I cut her...
Bedtime
The first time, I am nice. It’s a refill on water. The second time, I am still nice. It’s blankets that need to be re-tucked. The third time, I am...
Plan for Back to School with Children’s Learning Adventure
Before we know it, the kids will be heading back to school… and we all know how much preparation goes into setting up our fall schedules! Now is the time...
Mom Life is Easier in MSP
It’s been a year since we arrived at the MSP airport, carrying a cat, toddler, carseat, travel crib and as many suitcases as we could manage. We really miss our...
Plan Your Next Vacation with The Family Backpack
Let’s face it. Traveling with kids can be a nightmare. What you envision as a magical experience can quickly go up in flames… not to mention all the preparation, planning,...